MS Dhoni Virat Kohli Bond: Thala Opens Up On Relationship With Royal Challengers Bengaluru Star

Former Indian World Cup-winning captain MS Dhoni recently shared insights into his bond with star batter Virat Kohli. Speaking at an event in Hyderabad, Dhoni reflected on their time together on the field and the camaraderie they share. He mentioned that despite not meeting frequently, they always make time to catch up whenever possible.

"We have been colleagues who played for India for a very long time. He (Kohli) has been amongst the best when it comes to world cricket. And the fact that I could bat a lot with him during the middle overs was a lot of fun because we used to take a lot of twos and threes in the game, so it has always been fun. It is not like we meet very often, but whenever we get a chance, we make sure that we go on the side and chat for sometime, we will talk about what is going on, so that is our relationship," said Dhoni.

Virat Kohli's Recent Achievements

Recently, Virat Kohli was part of the ICC T20 World Cup-winning team. They clinched victory against South Africa in the final by seven runs at Barbados. Kohli played a crucial role, scoring 76 runs in what turned out to be his final T20I for India. Currently, he is participating in an ODI series during India's tour of Sri Lanka.

The three-match ODI series kicked off last Friday. Fans are eagerly watching as Kohli continues to showcase his skills on the international stage.

MS Dhoni's Performance Post-Surgery

In 2024, MS Dhoni returned to play after undergoing successful knee surgery. Despite occasional struggles and limping on the field, he remained determined to entertain fans. Batting lower down the order with limited balls left, Dhoni managed to score 161 runs in 11 innings at an average of 53.66 and a strike rate of 220.54.

His highest score was an unbeaten 37*, and he hit 14 fours and 13 sixes throughout the season. However, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) narrowly missed qualifying for the playoffs due to a loss against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), finishing fifth with 14 points from seven wins and seven losses each.

The camaraderie between Dhoni and Kohli remains strong despite their busy schedules and different paths post-retirement from certain formats. Their mutual respect and shared experiences continue to bind them as friends off the field.

Dhoni's reflections highlight not just their professional partnership but also their personal connection, which resonates with fans who have followed their journey over the years.